PH 190: Public Health, Society, and Democracy

Number of Sections: 1 | Day and Time: T & TH (15:20-17:00 ICT)

Course Description

This course provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the interactions between public health, society, and democracy. It introduces key concepts linking health systems to political institutions and examines their application to contemporary challenges in population health. Students will learn how political, social, and ethical lens can be used to analyze the determinants of health, the democratic implications of public health emergencies, and the role of civic engagement and civil society in shaping health outcomes. The course also evaluates the effectiveness and consequences of regional and global health policies on individuals, communities, and broader public health systems and climate changes.

Prerequisites: None